The matchup against the Suns is a tough one for 3-pointers; opposing teams have shot for the 8th-lowest 3-point rate in the NBA over the last 5 games (34.6%).The Suns have played at the 5th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should increase possessions for the Utah Jazz.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and result in more chances for scoring and assists, and the Jazz grade out 15thbest in in the league away from their home court with 12.2 offensive boards per game over the last 25 games.Over the last 20 games, the other team has attempted 20.4 free throws per game (5th-fewest in the league) vs. the Suns, making it tough to draw fouls.
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